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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roadblocked
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The ball was recovered in the Thorns’ box after a shot was blocked, falling to Dudinha.—
Fernando Ramirez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026 -
Critics say the higher courts are excusing noncompliance In March, a federal appeals court ruled Sykes, the judge in California, had likely exceeded her authority in requiring bond hearings nationwide and blocked her February decision.—
Sudhin Thanawala,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said the suspect had barricaded himself inside a residence alone and was refusing to come out, leading to a SWAT callout.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Now, TikTokers are reporting that the front-door handles have been removed and the entrances have been barricaded.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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In California, the Los Angeles County Counsel is probing allegations that State Farm delayed, underpaid and denied valid insurance claims from last year's wildfires.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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Altman was buried after a private funeral on March 31, after a public service was delayed when his widow went into labor with their daughter.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Iran war has shaken the world economy by disrupting energy production and shipping, as the key chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz, remains blockaded.—
Emily Canal,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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In recent months, the administration has blockaded Cuba’s oil supply at a time the island is undergoing a profound humanitarian crisis.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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Bassell was arrested last May in connection with two of those accusers, the assistant principal and one of the teachers.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The 19-year-old suspect was quickly arrested after attempting to flee on foot.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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After 118 plate appearances this season, Tatis is mired in the second-longest homerless streak of his career.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pohlman was the crew chief for only 10 races with Busch, who is mired in the worst slump of his two-decade career and ranked 27th in the points standings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Cakenhagen, a café that doles out beautiful pastries; and the historic Grøften restaurant, which has retained its good vibes since 1874.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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The pitching department was largely spared and assistant hitting coach John Soteropulos was the only member of the hitting group retained.—
Mac Cerullo,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The project area is bounded by the Midlothian Turnpike, Central Avenue, 147th Street and Lamon Avenue.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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After all, in Game 3, Banchero made a game-clinching 3 in the final minute that bounded high off the back of the rim and miraculously fell through.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Roadblocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roadblocked. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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